• Venue London Coliseum, London
  • Performance dates 17 December 2026 - 10 January 2027
  • Running time 2 hours (including interval)
  • Age guidelines Recommended for ages 5 and above.

English National Ballet return to the London Coliseum for Christmas 2026 with its spectacular production of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker.

This beautifully staged production brings to life Tchaikovsky’s score – featuring the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Waltz of the Flowers – in a magical, memorable and must-see Christmas event.

Choreographed by English National Ballet’s Artistic Director Aaron S. Watkin and Olivier Award-winner Arielle Smith, this new interpretation of the classic festive ballet combines exquisite dancing with spectacular sets and costumes designed by Dick Bird.

Featuring over 100 dancers and musicians, Nutcracker tickets are the perfect Christmas treat.

It’s Christmas Eve in Edwardian London. Clara and her mother are shopping at Drosselmeyer’s Sweets & Delights Emporium where she meets an enchanted Nutcracker doll. They take home liquorice all-sorts, nougat, marzipan and of course, sugarplums, to delight their party guests. As music and laughter fill the house, Clara has a magical sugar plum vision, sparking an adventure in which she bravely defends her home from the Rat King before discovering a dazzling ice realm and its Queen. Step out of the ordinary and follow Clara as she travels to the Land of Sweets & Delights where the Sugar Plum Fairy has arranged a grand celebration in her honour.

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Dec 2026
Jan 2027

Stars and Creatives

Who are the creative team of Nutcracker - English National Ballet?

  • Music by Tchaikovsky.
  • Choreographed by Aaron S. Watkin and Arielle Smith
  • Sets and costumes design by Dick Bird
  • Lighting design by Paul Pyant
  • Video design by Jon Driscoll

Venue Information

London Coliseum , St. Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES

Nearest Tube or Train: Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line), Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line), Embankment (Northern line, Bakerloo line, District line, Circle line)

Nearest Buses: 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 77a, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176

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Critics' reviews of Nutcracker - English National Ballet

Reviews from previous years

★★★★ "A splendid Nutcracker and perfect Christmas treat" - Sunday Express

★★★★ "Fully deserves its place at the centre of London's Christmas celebrations" - Express

★★★★ "Fresh and lively" - The Stage

★★★★ “One for all the family, ENB’s Nutcracker is, well, cracking” - Londonist

A reliable pleasure” - The Daily Telegraph

“Can conjure childlike wonder in even dyed-in-the-wool cynics” - Evening Standard“

Frequently Asked Questions

Nutcracker - English National Ballet is playing at the London Coliseum in London
The running time of Nutcracker - English National Ballet is 2 hours (including interval)
The age recommendations for Nutcracker - English National Ballet are: Recommended for ages 5 and above.
To buy official London Theatre tickets to Nutcracker - English National Ballet, click on the Get Tickets button at the top of this page. You will be able to access the booking calendar to check live ticket availability and prices and see any exclusive offers or discounts. You will be purchasing tickets from an authorised retailer and member of the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers.
Yes, Nutcracker - English National Ballet has matinee performances on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

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